1963 Opel Rekord vs. 1993 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 310 kg more than 1963 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Opel Rekord | 1993 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Rekord | Prowler |
Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 3516 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2880 mm |